Griner Testifies That Russian-Provided Interpreter Gave Incomplete Translation
The American basketball star Brittney Griner on Wednesday provided details of her arrest and first moments in Russian custody, testifying that an […]
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Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduces Resolution Calling for Brittney Griner’s Release
Republicans and Democrats in the United States Senate have come together in support of a resolution calling for the release of Brittney […]
Brittney Griner Pleads Guilty to Pot Charges in Russia
Brittney Griner pleaded guilty to cannabis charges in a Russian court on Thursday, nearly five months after the WNBA star and two-time […]
Biden Speaks to Brittney Griner’s Wife After WNBA Star Pens Letter From Russian Prison
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris spoke on Wednesday with Cherelle Griner, the wife of WNBA star and Olympic champion […]
Brittney Griner Goes to Trial in Moscow Court Over Drug Charges
Brittney Griner, the American basketball star who has been held in a Russian prison since her February arrest over drug smuggling charges, […]
Brittney Griner’s Weed Trial in Russia Scheduled for Next Month
WNBA star Brittney Griner, who has spent more than four months in a Russian prison, will go on trial for cannabis possession […]
U.S. English Teacher Sentenced to 14 Years in Russia for Pot ‘Smuggling’
Former U.S. Embassy diplomat Marc Fogel was recently sentenced to 14 years in prison for cannabis trafficking. Aside from his role at […]
Russia Extends Brittney Griner’s Detention by Two Months
WNBA basketball star Brittney Griner will be held in a Russian prison on charges of possessing cannabis vape cartridges until May, according […]
New Law Could Help Free Louisiana Man Serving Life in Prison For Cannabis
Kevin O’Brien Allen was caught selling $20 worth of cannabis to an undercover officer in 2012 and 2013. He was initially sentenced […]
Glass House Brands Donates $25,000 to The Weldon Project
Today Glass House Brands announced a $25,000 donation to continue its support of The Weldon Project’s ongoing mission to assist individuals incarcerated […]